Root canal treatment under the microscope

The use of a microscope in root canal treatment is a relatively new technique. All endodontists of the Astra Dent dental network prefer this approach. Why -, one of the leading endodontists of the network, Nadiia Burma, will explain in this article.

In the past, most teeth with complications had to be extracted after unsuccessful endotherapy. The absence of a microscope made it impossible to see the problem:

• voids in sealed canals;
• missed canals;
• broken tools;
• perforations (holes in the tooth tissue);
• poor cleaning of the root system.

With the help of a microscope, this became possible. And this means that the result of treatment will be predictable and quite quick. This option is optimal for both the patient and their doctor.

What are the benefits of root canal treatment under the microscope?

Competent diagnostics

Multiple magnification and a strong source of directional light make it possible to see cracks, perforations, additional channels, and assess the condition of the remaining tooth tissues.

What does it give?

This allows you to correctly predict further treatment.

High quality treatment

Previously, treatment in endodontics was carried out by touch, but now – under the control of a microscope.

What does it give?

This allows you to save the maximum amount of healthy tooth tissues, see the mouths of the canals, additional canals, clean and seal the root system in a quality manner.

Why is it important?

This leads to minimization of the risks of complications and to a favorable outcome of the treatment.

Maximum tooth preservation

Also, a microscope is needed to remove pins and inlay cores from the roots of teeth.

What does it give?

This makes it possible to carefully preserve their tooth tissues during their extraction and minimize the appearance of cracks.

It sounds so cool that one wants to try it, but not in this case. We wish your teeth health. However, if you still have to treat root canals, you will be calm. After all, your teeth are in safe hands. And under a microscope.